Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2008 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1600cc has had 4 MOT tests on record, passing 2 and failing 2 (50% pass rate). It has 232,049 miles on the clock, averaging 8,724 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for EY08 BGU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 232,049 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,471 |
| Average per year | 8,724 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 4 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EY08 BGU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1600cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EY — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About EY08 BGU
What car is EY08 BGU?
EY08 BGU is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1600cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2008.
What is the mileage of EY08 BGU?
The last recorded mileage for EY08 BGU was 232,049 miles, recorded on 5 Sep 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EY08 BGU passed its MOT?
EY08 BGU has had 4 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (2 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 5 Sep 2022.
Is EY08 BGU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EY08 BGU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2008, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is EY08 BGU?
EY08 BGU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.